The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office has seen an increase in burglaries in southeast Sedgwick County. Between 11/8/14 and 11/18/14 there were at least three burglaries that may be connected. Thieves forced their way into a residence in the 11000 block of east Kinkaid and in the 9500 block of east 79th St. S. A third burglary in the 4900 block of South Oliver was interrupted. Two men managed to escape, leaving behind a stolen car. The only description was the men were wearing dark clothing. Loss in the three burglaries was approximately $6,000.

With the holidays approaching, the Sheriff’s Office is reminding citizens to stay diligent, be aware and report anything suspicious to 911.

If you have information about these burglaries or any felony crime, call Crime Stoppers at 267-2111. You can also submit a tip online at www.WichitaCrimeStoppers.com or from your mobile phone by texting TIP217 then your message to CRIMES (274637). All ways are secure and anonymous. If your tip leads to an arrest you may be eligible for a cash reward up to $2,500, and Crime Stoppers will never ask your name.

Crime Stoppers of Wichita/Sedgwick County, a division of the Wichita Crime Commission, is a non-profit organization of citizens against crime that relies 100 percent on donations from the community to pay for tips.